1991 BMW 320 vs. 1999 McLaren F1
To start off, 1999 McLaren F1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 320 would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1991 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 320 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 McLaren F1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 320 | 1999 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | BMW | McLaren |
| Model | 320 | F1 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
